GENERAL LOGISTICS CONSULTING
Quote specific freight rates
Expedite urgently needed shipments
Prepare and distribute carrier bid request packages; evaluate bids and recommend carrier selection
Negotiate specific commodity or contract rates with railroads, motor carriers, airlines and steamship companies
Review and evaluate carrier rate proposals or publications to determine their effect on your total freight cost
Monitor carrier service using edi systems.
Develop routing guides to minimize cost and maximize service
Prepare, and distribute to supplier, optimum routing instructions for inbound shipments
Monitor freight reports to ensure adherence to routing programs and proper shipping practices
Determine proper classification descriptions for bills of lading
Negotiate classification changes or exception ratings for specific commodities
Prepare rate studies to support product pricing
Highlight premium transportation charges to reduce costs or to discipline suppliers
Negotiate service and fee schedules with customs brokerage houses
Prepare and collect carrier cargo claims
Prepare freight cost data to support site selection for distribution warehouses or manufacturing plant locations
Develop and implement internal systems for transportation related functions